Needless to say, I was more than flattered when he asked me to sit for a portrait. But what I didn't anticipate was the power of joining in someone else's creative process in this unique way. Like working with a photographer, I realized part of my job, the way I could contribute to John's art, was to simply be open and present, living in the moment.
Years later, John gave us the original as a wedding gift.
He recently posted the photo online, so I thought I'd share it with you.
It was a really creative time in my life. I had just spent long days in the sanctuary of St. John's Church with Gerald (who was my brand new fiancé!) and our best friends, recording my first CD - It Is Well With My Soul. On the day that John captured the expression in the painting, I had just received my first disc with the almost finished recordings. We played it in the studio, and as I listened, John painted.
When I look at this painting, my mind drifts back to that time,
remembering the power of creativity and friendship.
For more information on the art of John Viljoen,
please visit www.JohnViljoen.com
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